Eviction Leads to Deadly Minneapolis Apartment Shooting

A man facing eviction for assault and threatening behavior allegedly killed two people and injured six others in a downtown Minneapolis apartment complex. The suspect, identified as 35-year-old Carlton Johnson, died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Authorities were familiar with Johnson due to prior incidents, including one where he displayed a firearm to apartment management and residents.

Johnson's eviction proceedings were initiated in June 2026 after a series of escalating incidents. An eviction notice cited alleged assault and Johnson brandishing a firearm. Despite attempts to secure a second chance and directives to comply with firearm laws, Johnson continued to breach his lease. The situation culminated on Wednesday, when police responded and Johnson ultimately took his own life.

Of the six individuals injured, three were police officers responding to the scene. One officer sustained two gunshot wounds to the abdomen, another to the leg, and a third was being evaluated. Four additional officers experienced adverse effects from exposure to an unknown airborne substance. Johnson was also scheduled for a trial with a hearing on September 11, 2026.